There are two categories of nominees: those who are being recognized for their work behind the scenes: “Songwriters” like Pharrell and his collaborator Chad Hugo, aka The Neptunes, and “Performing Songwriters” like R.E.M., Journey and Gill.

The Songwriters Hall of Fame recognizes the work and lives of “those composers and lyricists who create music around the world. A songwriter with a notable catalog of songs qualifies for induction 20 years after the first significant commercial release of a song.”

Eligible voters will narrow down the list of nominees, and the winners will be inducted on June 11, 2020 in New York.

Last year’s inductees included Missy Elliott, Yusuf / Cat Stevens and Jack Tempchin who co-wrote several hits with The Eagles and Glen Frey.